The Wall Street Journal this week has one of those stories that pops up now and then but leaves you wondering, “how many time have I heard that … Read more
If You Think CFOs Have No Place In HR, Maybe It’s Time To Reconsider?
Editor’s note: The TLNT Radio show is a weekly podcast where we talk to the top minds in talent management. New episodes are posted here at TLNT every … Read more
The 10 Things You Should Consider Before Hiring a Consultant
Editor’s Note: Dr. John Sullivan has been a strategist in HR and talent management for over 30 years. His specialty is HR strategy and designing world … Read more
Is Wal-Mart the Toughest HR Gig on the Planet?
Let me give you a few things to ponder about Wal-Mart: 1 percent of Americans work at a Walmart store; $.36 = amount of profit per $10 spent at Wal-Mart; … Read more
Want to Spook Your Employees? Warn Them About Possible Layoffs
Here’s something that every manager and executive should always keep in mind: injecting job uncertainty into your workforce is NEVER a smart move. I … Read more
Business Success in the Worthiness Era: Just What Does Worthiness Mean?
By Laurie Bassi, Ed Frauenheim, and Dan McMurrer with Larry Costello What does worthiness mean more concretely? The foundations are a degree of business … Read more
Little Things Count in Your Corporate Culture – Even Sardine Sandwiches
If you work in an office, chances are you’ve dealt with some unpleasant smells from a colleague’s choice of food. Whether it is fish, microwave popcorn, … Read more
Profiles in (Corporate) Courage: Yahoo’s Carol Bartz Tells It Like It Is
See update below. As much as people say they like straight talk, it’s pretty hard to find in the world of business. That’s especially true when … Read more
Struggling With Skill Shortages: How Will Tomorrow’s Companies Cope?
Editor’s Note: Dr. John Sullivan has been a strategist in HR and talent management for over 30 years. His specialty is HR strategy and designing world … Read more
5 Rules For Giving Solid Employee Feedback That Works
When we talk about communication in the form of feedback at work, both managers and employees tend to get anxious and basic conversations quickly become … Read more